North Platte Rail Days is held in North Platte, Nebraska, in early August (Thursday to Sunday).

Guided motorcoach tours of Union Pacific's Bailey Yard, offered only during Rail Days, plus twilight tower tours, a model train show, a kids' zone, a pancake feed and railroad exhibits.

Organizer: Golden Spike Tower and Visitor Center.

Contact: 308-532-9920.

Dates change from year to year, so check with the organizer before you go.